Bohemians v Finn Harps Dalymount Park, 7.45

Bohemians are close to full strength for tonight's visit of Finn Harps with only teenage midfielder Jimmy Fullam expected to miss the game. In his absence Stephen Caffrey may revert to midfield although there is also the possibility that Paul Byrne will switch to the centre.

Harps, meanwhile, are getting back towards full strength. Neil Fitzhenry, Tom Mohan and Niall Bonner are all in the reckoning for the starting line-up.

Last two seasons: 1999/00: Harps 0 Bohemians 1, Bohemians 1 Harps 0, Harps 0 Bohemians 0; 00/01: Bohemians 1 Harps 0, Harps 1 Bohemians 1.

Recent league form: Bohemians: WLWWW; Harps: DWLWW.

Leading scorers: Bohemians: Crowe (22); Harps: McHugh (nine).

Betting: Home: 4/7, Draw: 5/2, Away: 4/1.

Referee: A Kelly (Cork).

St Patrick's Athletic v Kilkenny City Richmond Park, 7,45

The Dubliners need to win if they are to maintain their hopes of qualifying for the UEFA Cup. Pat Dolan must wait on Trevor Croly (ankle) and Michael Holt (knee) but both are expected to be fit. Kilkenny are again badly affected by injuries while many of their foreign players have left the club.

Last two seasons: 1999/00: Did not meet; 00/01: St Patrick's 3 City 0, City 0 St Patrick's 2.

Recent league form: St Patrick's: WWLDL; City: LLLLL.

Leading scorers: St Patrick's: Kelly (13); City: McGrath (two).

Betting: Home: 2/9, Draw: 4/1, Away: 17/2.

Referee: J O'Neill (Waterford).